⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[DYOR+BTC]

Since Michael Carrick took over, Manchester United's performance has begun to improve, and Carrick has even enhanced the players' never-give-up mentality and fighting spirit, as was evident in the match against West Ham. Furthermore, Manchester United are undefeated under Carrick. I believe if Manchester United can maintain this form, they will finish in the top four and qualify for next season's Champions League.

It would have been really amazing if Man united had won that game against West ham. I was really hoping for a win there but seeing as the game turned out, I'm grateful for Śeśko's late goal that made the game end with a draw. Much better than a loss and yeah, still going without having a loss under the management of Carrick.
Man united's performance has noticeably increased and gotten better under Carrick's watch. The team plays more in sync with each other as is seen in their attempts at goal and in their general gameplay. Carrick would want to prove himself a worthy manager for the club and try to finish the remaining matches to be played this season strong.  

I think Manchester United would have actually won that game if not for the unnecessary attention that was dragged into that game for that Manchester United side to win five games on a row, and for me I think somehow tension was placed on that game even from the home team as they even posted later on with their official page on tiktok mocking the Manchester United side for the lack of the win .

Yes that alone created a lot of tension both on players, fans and even Manchester United's management and also contributed to there inability to win the game. In games when much expectations is given it indirectly contributes to players inability to perform as much pressure will be given to players which will reduce there performance and make them play below expected as a result of much pressure. But never the less I won't say it was that bad as they narrowly divided the points and proved there supremacy over west ham united at last by leveling  the game at die minutes to show there is hope of more in there next game.

[Oluwa-btc]

Since Michael Carrick took over, Manchester United's performance has begun to improve, and Carrick has even enhanced the players' never-give-up mentality and fighting spirit, as was evident in the match against West Ham. Furthermore, Manchester United are undefeated under Carrick. I believe if Manchester United can maintain this form, they will finish in the top four and qualify for next season's Champions League.

I also hope our key players are not suspended during important fixtures and not injured for a long time. That game against West Ham United ended leveled but you could see that disappointing look from these Manchester United players as they wanted the win more than anything. Manchester United still maintain their hold of the top four and this should not be the game to drop form. Everton are up next,  we have to make sure thy get their third consecutive lose. Carrick understands the fans and the club, it is mandatory we make the next Champions League Competition.

[Gentle_Soul]

I am not really surpried on the way Liverpool has performed this season, because I saw it coming. They bought the wrong players,  like they did not prioritize the position they need, rather they just bought players for the same of buying.
On the game against Sunderland,  I think Sunderland is a good team at home and they have not lost at home all season,  so I know it's going to be a very difficult game. Liverpool might not have played very well in the match, but they got the job done and also become the first team to win Sunderland at their home. I will not want to judge them on this match, but I still don't think they will make the top 4, because of they way they are playing and Mancshester United and Chelsea are also vaing for the same position,  so it will be a very difficult contest.

Yeah Liverpool was really reckless in buying players this season rather than a skillful and  meticulous approach somehow it has become a an useful tool in facing the season and it's a set back.
Unexpected games usually come out  the way no one ever think of, for a team like sunderland who has never been beaten in their home this season to be won by Liverpool is what no one would have taught of.

[Jaycoinz]

Since Michael Carrick took over, Manchester United's performance has begun to improve, and Carrick has even enhanced the players' never-give-up mentality and fighting spirit, as was evident in the match against West Ham. Furthermore, Manchester United are undefeated under Carrick. I believe if Manchester United can maintain this form, they will finish in the top four and qualify for next season's Champions League.

I also hope our key players are not suspended during important fixtures and not injured for a long time. That game against West Ham United ended leveled but you could see that disappointing look from these Manchester United players as they wanted the win more than anything. Manchester United still maintain their hold of the top four and this should not be the game to drop form. Everton are up next,  we have to make sure thy get their third consecutive lose. Carrick understands the fans and the club, it is mandatory we make the next Champions League Competition.

Everton are a very stubborn side especially when you least expect them to perform so the team would be very careful when they go to Everton home and beside this season they have already lost to Everton at home when they came as visitors and in that game also they were overlooked and Everton actually surprised them by scoring one and went on defending that goal till the game ended in victory for them.

[Mate2237]

Manchester United actually gave a good account of themselves in the draw against West Ham, what united fans should know is that this game were actually a game that, was supposed to be a must win for the both teams. Manchester United wanted a win to consolidate their place in the top four place and try to close in on the point gap that exists between them and the teams above them thesame thing to West Ham United they wanted a win to help them move up higher the table.



I think that Manchester United players and even the fans should not feel that bad that, this game actually ended up in a draw, what is important is that Manchester United is actually making a significant progress in terms of the way that they play. This was what was lacking in the Manchester United setup even if Manchester United were losing under Amorim there were not any sign of urgency from them as they were not playing well, but this has changed because Manchester United is now playing as if they are pursuing the title race.

[Joy- maker]

I think the Manchester United management is looking for a top-level coach because they’re not yet sure that Michael Carrick can restore the team’s former greatness. If he manages to finish the season in the Champions League zone and show solid performances, then the board might keep him for next season. Because most likely, the fans wouldn’t understand replacing a coach who managed to unite the team and improve the style of play. So far, things seem to be working out well for Carrick.

I can't agree less, because you are on point. Manchester United unders Carrick is in good form no doubt, but will should also understand that Manchester United is a big club. And a club like Manchester United need an experience coach, to coach the club. because the club is really lagging behind this time around. So there is Every tendency that, the club management May replace Carrick with another experience coach anytime soon, to coach the club team. Carrick is trying his best, to make sure that Manchester United qualify for champion league next season and we appreciate his effort. But with the level Manchester United is now, the club need someone who can keep this present fire burning, if not the team will loose it form again.

[Dzwaafu11]

I am not really surpried on the way Liverpool has performed this season, because I saw it coming. They bought the wrong players,  like they did not prioritize the position they need, rather they just bought players for the same of buying.
On the game against Sunderland,  I think Sunderland is a good team at home and they have not lost at home all season,  so I know it's going to be a very difficult game. Liverpool might not have played very well in the match, but they got the job done and also become the first team to win Sunderland at their home. I will not want to judge them on this match, but I still don't think they will make the top 4, because of they way they are playing and Mancshester United and Chelsea are also vaing for the same position,  so it will be a very difficult contest.

Yeah Liverpool was really reckless in buying players this season rather than a skillful and  meticulous approach somehow it has become a an useful tool in facing the season and it's a 9012917036 set back.
Unexpected games usually come out  the way no one ever think of, for a team like sunderland who has never been beaten in their home this season to be won by Liverpool is what no one would have taught of.

Honestly. I thought after getting those players, Liverpool will be the one to dominate the league through out the season. But become a big surprise seeing that Liverpool performance is not even upto our expectiion, weak clubs keep disappointing which is not what we expected.

if they bought useful and skillful players I believe Liverpool could have been in a very good position right now on the league table, but till now we haven’t see the work of this money they spent on players this season.

[liuka]

Thomas Frank: sacked

Sean Dyche: sacked

Who is next I wonder? 

But I understand both of these decisions. Thomas Frank should have even got sacked much earlier. Tottenham have looked horrible in the Premier League despite their look in the Champions League...

It's a good thing these two have been sacked. Tottenham Spurs and Nottingham Forest haven't seen any progress at all under their leadership. In fact I've noticed their form has worsened especially Tottenham Spurs, who have only won seven of their 26 matches, a very poor statistic. Who are the strong candidates to replace them? I know Nottingham has already found a replacement but I haven't seen any updates on Tottenham.

[pawel7777]

Brentford and Arsenal have just split points in a 1-1 draw. This means the gap between Arsenal and Man City is now only 4 points.
Arsenal is not as dominant as they have been in the first half of the season and they lose points much more often. This makes the fight for the top spot more interesting and unpredictable.

Man City are also not having their best season, but yesterday everything went perfectly for them: a comfy 3-0 win over Fulham, early goals, and controlling the game. They played quite well defensively and didn't allow Fulham to pose much threat to Donnarumma's goal. But most of all, Haaland broke his goalless streak. I believe he had like 8 league games in a row without scoring a goal from play (he scored from a penalty), hopefully this is a sign of more to come for him.

[IceLincoln]

Brentford and Arsenal have just split points in a 1-1 draw. This means the gap between Arsenal and Man City is now only 4 points.
Arsenal is not as dominant as they have been in the first half of the season and they lose points much more often. This makes the fight for the top spot more interesting and unpredictable.

Man City are also not having their best season, but yesterday everything went perfectly for them: a comfy 3-0 win over Fulham, early goals, and controlling the game. They played quite well defensively and didn't allow Fulham to pose much threat to Donnarumma's goal. But most of all, Haaland broke his goalless streak. I believe he had like 8 league games in a row without scoring a goal from play (he scored from a penalty), hopefully this is a sign of more to come for him.

A most disappointing performance by Arsenal, this is where they falter in the past…. When it matters most they vanish like Avatar. I so much want them to win that this draw feels like a lose. This is a game they’ll win very well without problems but you see them mess it up.
Manchester City are about to put on their nitro while Arsenal are about running out of gas is the the usual story we get in times past and flashes of it are beginning to show now. Hope it dont happen the same.

[Amphenomenon]

A most disappointing performance by Arsenal, this is where they falter in the past…. When it matters most they vanish like Avatar. I so much want them to win that this draw feels like a lose. This is a game they’ll win very well without problems but you see them mess it up.
Manchester City are about to put on their nitro while Arsenal are about running out of gas is the the usual story we get in times past and flashes of it are beginning to show now. Hope it dont happen the same.

A disappointing night for Gunners fan but not for others 
Manchester city more likely will catch up with them now if they are able to stay consistent. Arsenal are still facing the same issues that have held them from lifting the EPL in recent seasons even after getting a proper striker they are still inconsistent and might lose their most glorious chance in these recent seasons to become EPL champions after so many years sadly.

I'm curious if they fail to win the league will Arteta job be at risks?

[Adiljutt156]

Manchester City secured a comfortable victory, beating Fulham 3-0. If Arsenal lose tomorrow, City will reduce the points gap to three, but Arsenal’s chances of losing seem very low.

In my opinion, Liverpool struggled against Sunderland and narrowly won the match 1-0. They earned an important three points and are trying to break into the top five, but their rivals are not dropping points either.

Manchester City football team performance was at excellent level because they did 3 Goals in the last match and opponent team performance was very poor in this match and no player could do any goal in this match. Any team have to do more goals in any match to win the match and we expected good competition but there was no competition between these two teams. Semenyo was a person who did first goal of the match and he did this goal at the 24 minutes and after that goal we saw more 2 goals in this match and Manchester City football team won the match easily without any hurdle. And that was strong team and they prove that they are experienced team And they deserve it .

[JiiBs]

A disappointing night for Gunners fan but not for others 
Manchester city more likely will catch up with them now if they are able to stay consistent. Arsenal are still facing the same issues that have held them from lifting the EPL in recent seasons even after getting a proper striker they are still inconsistent and might lose their most glorious chance in these recent seasons to become EPL champions after so many years sadly.

I'm curious if they fail to win the league will Arteta job be at risks?

I think the guys here to commend is Brentford, they had a great control over their play and made sure Arsenal don’t have the easy game they thought they were getting. Holding them down to a first half goalless draw and when Arsenal took the lead in the second half, they were quick to an equalizer and was able to stay on it.

Arsenal have still got good points ahead, 4 points to set them apart from Manchester City and the top spot on the league table. How Arsenal chooses to play here on would make all the difference.

[Spaceman1000$]

Brentford and Arsenal have just split points in a 1-1 draw. This means the gap between Arsenal and Man City is now only 4 points.
Arsenal is not as dominant as they have been in the first half of the season and they lose points much more often. This makes the fight for the top spot more interesting and unpredictable.

Man City are also not having their best season, but yesterday everything went perfectly for them: a comfy 3-0 win over Fulham, early goals, and controlling the game. They played quite well defensively and didn't allow Fulham to pose much threat to Donnarumma's goal. But most of all, Haaland broke his goalless streak. I believe he had like 8 league games in a row without scoring a goal from play (he scored from a penalty), hopefully this is a sign of more to come for him.

A most disappointing performance by Arsenal, this is where they falter in the past…. When it matters most they vanish like Avatar. I so much want them to win that this draw feels like a lose. This is a game they’ll win very well without problems but you see them mess it up.
Manchester City are about to put on their nitro while Arsenal are about running out of gas is the the usual story we get in times past and flashes of it are beginning to show now. Hope it dont happen the same.

It is the small leakage they say that sinks the ship, this game you thought Arsenal could easily walk over, it's the game that has brought pain and anger to most Arsenal fans that sat beside me watching the game. For me I don't think it's much of a disappointment, even though most fans believe they would have won the game, but it would have been terribly bad if they lost the point, so a shared point is entirely not a bad one.

[Amphenomenon]

A disappointing night for Gunners fan but not for others 
Manchester city more likely will catch up with them now if they are able to stay consistent. Arsenal are still facing the same issues that have held them from lifting the EPL in recent seasons even after getting a proper striker they are still inconsistent and might lose their most glorious chance in these recent seasons to become EPL champions after so many years sadly.

I'm curious if they fail to win the league will Arteta job be at risks?

I think the guys here to commend is Brentford, they had a great control over their play and made sure Arsenal don’t have the easy game they thought they were getting. Holding them down to a first half goalless draw and when Arsenal took the lead in the second half, they were quick to an equalizer and was able to stay on it.

Arsenal have still got good points ahead, 4 points to set them apart from Manchester City and the top spot on the league table. How Arsenal chooses to play here on would make all the difference.

Yes Brentford still have to be commended for their efforts but Arsenal needed the win more especially after Manchester City mentality in the last two games.

Yes, it still remains 4 points between Gunners and City but Gunners still have more top opposition than City and needs to ensure all three points are secured but how well can they cope or be consistent if they couldn't do well tonight?
City will be more motivated to be consistent now and push for more wins and thereby they could have a chance to go ahead of Gunners and be the victor another time rather than Gunners.

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

It is the small leakage they say that sinks the ship, this game you thought Arsenal could easily walk over, it's the game that has brought pain and anger to most Arsenal fans that sat beside me watching the game. For me I don't think it's much of a disappointment, even though most fans believe they would have won the game, but it would have been terribly bad if they lost the point, so a shared point is entirely not a bad one.

Arsenal's draw in this match was truly unfortunate. Arsenal should have taken all three points, but instead their progress was halted. Brentford playing more defensively, made it difficult for Arsenal's attack to score. This proved that a solid defensive game can prove quite difficult for some teams. Madueke managed to find the back of the net, but it didn't take long for Lewis to equalize and there were no further goals in the match. Arsenal must be wary of Manchester City because if they make mistakes like this again Manchester City's potential to catch up will become more open.

[Pablo-wood]

It is the small leakage they say that sinks the ship, this game you thought Arsenal could easily walk over, it's the game that has brought pain and anger to most Arsenal fans that sat beside me watching the game. For me I don't think it's much of a disappointment, even though most fans believe they would have won the game, but it would have been terribly bad if they lost the point, so a shared point is entirely not a bad one.

Arsenal's draw in this match was truly unfortunate. Arsenal should have taken all three points, but instead their progress was halted. Brentford playing more defensively, made it difficult for Arsenal's attack to score. This proved that a solid defensive game can prove quite difficult for some teams. Madueke managed to find the back of the net, but it didn't take long for Lewis to equalize and there were no further goals in the match. Arsenal must be wary of Manchester City because if they make mistakes like this again Manchester City's potential to catch up will become more open.

The least anyone expected from Arsenal was a narrow win but they ended up sharing points with Brentford. It's disappointing how the couldn't defend their win only to end up conceding 10' after taking the lead. It's barely 12 matches away from the league's title and Arsenal are pressured with the responsibility of winning at least 11 games if the still plan on keeping their hope of winning the title alive. Man City now has bigger hopes the can grab the title if Arsenal continues to slack in their winning streak. It will be highly disappointing if Arsenal being at the top of the league since the start of season ends up second again after giving high hopes to their fans.

[Ahli38]

Brentford and Arsenal have just split points in a 1-1 draw. This means the gap between Arsenal and Man City is now only 4 points.
Arsenal is not as dominant as they have been in the first half of the season and they lose points much more often. This makes the fight for the top spot more interesting and unpredictable.

I personally think that Manchester City will not overtake Arsenal in the standings in the next two or even three games. Manchester City has a relatively easy schedule that will allow them to earn full points in the next three games. They will face three teams that Manchester City has dominated in every recent meeting. And it's likely that Man City will only be able to close in on Arsenal if Arsenal stumble in two matches. But Arsenal also have a relatively easy schedule that they should be able to win, where it will make the Premier League competition even more exciting as we watch the standings race unfold. I think Arsenal will not let their team slump or even lose the opportunity to get full points in the upcoming matches. They will fight hard considering that the Premier League season is coming to an end. And I think we can start to guess more accurately which team will be the winner in the remaining five rounds. It is very interesting to see the Premier League competition this season.

[harapan]

Arsenal finally had a good taste of how they played corner kicks and set pieces in general against Brentford United and they were complaining. I don't know how this finally ends but it is four points gap between Arsenal and Manchester City. Football fans are yet confident Arsenal will win the Premier League title. That long throw technique from Kayode disturbed Arsenal, they couldn't handle it until the final whistle. More chances of winning the game came up but they failed to convert them.

[Nightwatchmare]

Well I'm still impressed with Manch United performance as they fought to equalised the goal even at dying minutes, because West Ham really played a very good game. Just imagine Manchester United is still under Ruben Amorim with the kind of game West Ham played yesterday do you think they can equalise the match? I don't think so and I'm confident they could end up losing the three points to West Ham. But Michael Carrick is leading them well to the essence people are expecting Manchester United to win in every game now.

Since Michael Carrick took over, Manchester United's performance has begun to improve, and Carrick has even enhanced the players' never-give-up mentality and fighting spirit, as was evident in the match against West Ham. Furthermore, Manchester United are undefeated under Carrick. I believe if Manchester United can maintain this form, they will finish in the top four and qualify for next season's Champions League.

Manchester United's performance has increased dramatically after Michael Carrick took over as a temporary manager for the time being, and Manchester United fighting spirit and never-giving-up mentality started from the first match of Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager. Yes, Manchester United are undefeated since Michael Carrick took over, and the undefeated run has helped Manchester United enter top four.  The competition for the top four this season is intense, but with what Michael Carrick has shown in his first 5 matches, Manchester United can finish in the top four.